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Callahan County approves MOU with City of Baird and Baird ISD to place school resource officer
Summary
At its March meeting, the Callahan County Commissioners Court approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the City of Baird and Baird Independent School District to station a school resource officer (SRO) in Baird schools.
At its March meeting, the Callahan County Commissioners Court approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the City of Baird and Baird Independent School District to station a school resource officer (SRO) in Baird schools.
The MOU, discussed at length during the meeting, says the school district and city will cover the SRO’s salary and related daily rate for days worked; the sheriff’s office will retain supervisory control and responsibility for policies and training. Commissioners approved the MOU by voice vote, recorded as 4 in favor and 2 opposed.
Supporters said the SRO will shorten response time in serious incidents. Sheriff Chad, describing a recent case in which deputies…
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